At a Glance
- Tasks: Create and update user documentation for innovative radar systems.
- Company: Join Blighter Surveillance Systems, a leading UK radar provider.
- Benefits: Flexible work environment, training provided, and hands-on experience.
- Other info: 2-year fixed-term contract with opportunities for career growth.
- Why this job: Make an impact in tech while developing essential documentation skills.
- Qualifications: Strong writing skills and ability to grasp technical concepts.
The predicted salary is between 35000 - 45000 £ per year.
Blighter Surveillance Systems is looking to recruit a Technical Writer to help develop and maintain documentation for the hardware and software that comprise our radar systems.
Responsibilities of the role include:
- Writing user documentation for new hardware and software products
- Updating Blighter's existing user-facing product documentation to reflect the latest revisions
- Establishing practices and processes to ensure long-term documentation support
The team at Blighter is small and flexible. We are looking for someone capable of working on their own initiative, but who also appreciates the vital importance of collaborating and communicating effectively with other engineers and end users. In‑depth knowledge of radars is not required—training on Blighter radars and systems will be provided, with many opportunities for hands‑on experience.
You will have the following skills and abilities:
- Excellent written communication skills
- The ability to understand technical concepts from a user's perspective
- Skilled/advanced user of Microsoft Office suite
- Knowledge of current best‑practice and the latest methods of product documentation
- The ability to create diagrams and edit images for documentation
You will have the following background and experience:
- Experience writing documentation for mixed hardware/software systems
- Experience writing for defence or security sector users
- Experience modifying an extensive set of existing documentation
Additional skills & experience (beneficial, but not mandatory):
- Use of single‑source publishing methods & processes
- Writing documentation for complex user interfaces
Please note this role is a 2‑year fixed‑term contract.
About Blighter: BSS is a UK‑based electronic‑scanning radar provider delivering to systems integrators worldwide. Blighter Surveillance Systems (BSS) is looking to increase its in‑house design and development team in support of new product developments and enhancements. We are located 10 miles south of Cambridge in the semi‑rural village of Great Chesterford, with ample parking, a railway station on the Liverpool St. – Cambridge line and easy access to the M11.
Technical Writer employer: Blighter Surveillance Services Ltd
Blighter Surveillance Systems is an excellent employer, offering a collaborative and flexible work environment where your contributions directly impact the development of cutting-edge radar technology. Located in the picturesque village of Great Chesterford, just a short distance from Cambridge, employees enjoy ample parking and convenient transport links, alongside opportunities for professional growth through hands-on training and skill development in a supportive team atmosphere.
Contact Details:
Blighter Surveillance Services Ltd Recruitment Team
